Hybrid carnation plant named &#39; CFPC SARI &#39;

ABSTRACT

A new variety of carnation plant producing attractive yellow picotee purple flowers.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety ofcarnation plant which was originated by me by crossing two undistributedunpatented seedlings identified as ‘970135’ (seed parent) and ‘970111’(pollen parent). The varietal denomination of the new variety is ‘CFPCSARI’.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0002] Among the novel characteristics possessed by the new varietywhich distinguish it from other varieties of which of I am aware, areits attractive yellow picotee purple flowers which retain color withoutfading. When grown in a greenhouse in Salinas, Calif., in 4½ inchplastic pots, plants are about 8½ inches tall and about 5 inches indiameter. Flower diameter averages about 2 inches with a crown of about¾ inch (average). Foliage is about 3 inches long and about ¼ inch wideat its widest point.

[0003] Asexual reproduction by propagation by cuttings of the newvariety as performed in Salinas, Calif., shows that the foregoing andother distinguishing characteristics come true to form and areestablished and transmitted through succeeding propagation.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF ILLUSTRATION

[0004] The accompanying illustration shows typical specimens of thevegetative growth and flowers of the new variety depicted in color asnearly true as it is reasonably possible to make the same in colorillustration of this character.

DESCRIPTION OF THE NEW VARIETY

[0005] The following is a detailed description of my new variety, withcolor terminology in accordance with The Royal Horticultural SocietyColour Chart (RHSCC). The terminology used in color description hereinrefers to plate numbers in the aforementioned color chart. Phenotypicalexpression may vary depending upon varying environmental, seasonal andcultural conditions.

[0006] The information provided herein is based on observations ofplants grown inside commercial greenhouses at Salinas, Calif. The heightof plant and flower and foliage size are established as an average usingstandard commercial cultural practices.

[0007] Classification:

[0008]Botanical.—Hybrid Dianthus caryophyllus.

[0009]Commercial.—Carnation, standard disbud, greenhouse type, suitablefor cut flower production and as a pot spray.

[0010] Plant:

[0011]Height.—About 8½ inches.

[0012]Form.—Herbaceous.

[0013]Growing habit.—Semi-upright.

[0014]Blooming habit.—As a spray (pot).

[0015]Blooming season.—Year round.

[0016]Rooting time/habit.—About 18 days.

[0017]Breaking action.—Good.

[0018]Mutation prone.—No.

[0019]Disease resistance.—Good, resistence to soil-borne diseases suchas Fusarium oxysporum, and F. graminearum and root-rots such as dampingoff, water molds and the like as is typical of carnations.

[0020]Temperature tolerance.—Wide range.

[0021] Foliage (Base of plant):

[0022]Color.—Upper side: Near 147A. Lower side: Near 137A.

[0023]Size.—About 3 inches long and about ¼ inch wide.

[0024]Quantity.—Numerous.

[0025]Shape.—Lanceolate.

[0026]Texture.—Smooth.

[0027]Ribs.—Central keel.

[0028]Arrangement.—Bi-lateral along stem.

[0029]Stem.—Color: Near 139A.

[0030]Bud.—Shape: Ovoid. Color: Near 143C. Length: About 1{fraction(1/16)} inches. Diameter: About ⅜ inch.

[0031]Calyx.—Sepals: About 5. Length: About {fraction (5/16)} inch.Width: About ¼ inch. Color. Outside: Near 144A. Inside: Near 147D.

[0032] Bloom:

[0033]Shape.—Rounded.

[0034]Size.—Diameter: About 2 inches. Depth: About ¾ inch.

[0035]Borne.—As a spray.

[0036]Color.—General tonality: Yellow and purple. Upper side: Near 4D.Lower side: Near 4D. Center: Near 4D. Outer petals: Near 80A.

[0037]Permanence.—Dry up on receptacle.

[0038]Keeping quality.—Very good.

[0039]Fragrance.—Strong perfume.

[0040] Petalage:

[0041]Quantity.—About 24.

[0042]Outer petal size.—Length: About 1¾ inches. Width: About 1⅛ inches.

[0043]Central petal size.—Length: About 1⅝ inches. Width: About{fraction (15/16)} inch.

[0044]Texture.—Smooth.

[0045]Appearance.—Shiny.

[0046]Form.—Fan shaped.

[0047] Reproductive organs:

[0048]Stamen.—None.

[0049]Anthers.—None.

[0050]Filaments.—None.

[0051]Pistil.—1. Length: About 1⅛ inches. Color: Whiter than 155D.

[0052]Stigma.—2. Color: Near 4D.

[0053]Fertility.—Male: Sterile. Female: Good.

[0054]Ovary.—Shape: Conical. Color. Base: Near 155D. Body: Near 144C.Apex: Near 144C.

I claim:
 1. A new and distinct carnation plant of the varietysubstantially as herein shown and described.